The Land Transport Authority (LTA) has announced plans for two new MRT lines that are currently undergoing feasibility studies. These lines, set to be completed in the 2040s, are expected to serve over 400,000 households.
One of the proposed lines is the Seletar Line, which will connect Woodlands, Sembawang, Sengkang West, Serangoon North, Whampoa, Kallang, and the Greater Southern Waterfront. The second line, known as the Tengah Line, will supplement the existing transport network in the west and northwest regions, serving areas such as Tengah, Bukit Batok, Queensway, and Bukit Merah.
Transport Minister Chee Hong Tat announced in a speech to parliament on March 5 that, subject to the results of LTA’s feasibility studies, the Seletar Line and Tengah Line could potentially be joined. This announcement was made alongside plans to proceed with the West Coast Extension (WCE), which will extend the Jurong Region Line (JRL) to connect with the Circle Line (CCL) and Cross Island Line (CRL).
The WCE will be implemented in two phases, with the first phase extending the JRL from Pandan Reservoir Station to connect with the CRL by the late 2030s. The second phase aims to extend the JRL from West Coast Station to connect with the CCL’s Kent Ridge Station by the early 2040s. Once completed, the WCE is expected to provide up to 20 minutes of time savings for residents travelling from the West to the city centre.
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In addition to the proposed rail lines, the government also plans to invest up to $1 billion over the next five years to maintain high-reliability standards in both newer and older train systems. This investment will go towards condition monitoring systems, new technologies, and workforce training programmes for rail workers to improve the efficiency and effectiveness of rail maintenance.
LTA says that these efforts to expand the rail network, enhance asset management, and upskill the rail workforce will enable the continued delivery of convenient, reliable, and resilient public transport for commuters in Singapore.